Flex Art Creative Producer (Project-Based)

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Job Disclosures:

Project-Based Role: This is a project-based role with an anticipated duration of 12+ months.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $94,187 to $105,960.  Compensation is based on location and experience.  

Job Summary:

The Flex Art Creative Producer is responsible for managing Meow Wolf’s collaborating artist projects from concept through installation, spanning the Exhibition project life cycle. The Flex Art Creative Producer will manage the scope, schedule, and budget of the collaborating artist projects, reporting to the Sr. Manager, Flex Art Creative Production and functionally to the Executive Creative Producer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the overall scope, budget, and timeline for collaborating artists' projects.

• Schedule and drive all required meetings between artists and stakeholders.

• Track, review, and secure internal approval for all artist milestone deliverables through design, fabrication, and installation phases.

• Review artists’ project estimates with department stakeholders and the Flex team.

• Manage collaborating artist contracts; process invoices for timely payment and submit contract change orders as needed; track completion of contracts; close contracts with artists.

• Guide each artist and their installation team through installation with coordination, onsite aid, and onsite management. 

• Work closely with Production Designers, Technical Directors, Creative Directors, Artist Liaison, Sr. Manager of Flex Creative Production, and other stakeholders. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in creative enterprises, as well as experience in location-based/themed entertainment

• Experience shepherding high-budget multimedia projections from ideation to completion

• Understanding of location-based/themed entertainment industries and their production pipelines

• Knowledge of the creative process and deliverables

• Experience on active construction sites is a plus

• Excellent interpersonal skills centered around empathy, respect, and kindness

• Generative creative problem-solving

• Highly organized and fastidious while maintaining adaptability

• Clear and concise communication

• Excellent collaboration skills that can successfully work across multiple departments and divisions

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.  

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/ or enclosed spaces.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to lift up to 15lbs pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel 

This position will require minimal travel (<10%)

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*

• Dental and Vision Insurance*

• HSA, HRA, and FSA options*

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*

• Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.